{"id":27350,"date":"2021-09-24T16:57:34","date_gmt":"2021-09-24T16:57:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=27350"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"what-is-shred-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is A Shred Workout? The Truth About Losing Fat Before Bulking Up"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Should_You_Lose_Fat_Or_Build_Muscle_First\" >Should You Lose Fat Or Build Muscle First?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Lose_Fat_First\" >Lose Fat First<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Hormonal_Balance\" >Hormonal Balance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Improved_Energy\" >Improved Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Reduced_Stress_On_Joints\" >Reduced Stress On Joints<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Faster_Visible_Results\" >Faster Visible Results<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Build_Muscle_First\" >Build Muscle First<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Build_Muscle_And_Lose_Fat_At_The_Same_Time\" >Build Muscle And Lose Fat At The Same Time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#How_To_Get_Shredded_Fast\" >How To Get Shredded Fast?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Cardio_Activity\" >Cardio Activity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Circuit_Training\" >Circuit Training<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#The_Shredding_Diet\" >The Shredding Diet<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Eat_Plenty_Of_Lean_Protein\" >Eat Plenty Of Lean Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Go_Low_Carb_Focus_On_Complex_Carbs\" >Go Low Carb (Focus On Complex Carbs)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Moderate_Your_Consumption_Of_Fats\" >Moderate Your Consumption Of Fats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Take_Plenty_Of_Water\" >Take Plenty Of Water\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Expert_Tips_For_Getting_Shredded_Fast\" >Expert Tips For Getting Shredded Fast<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Reduce_Sodium_Intake\" >Reduce Sodium Intake\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Eliminate_Artificial_Sweeteners\" >Eliminate Artificial Sweeteners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Eat_Fibrous_Vegetables_Carefully\" >Eat Fibrous Vegetables Carefully<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Consume_Fat-Burning_Foods\" >Consume Fat-Burning Foods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#Eat_Foods_With_Potassium\" >Eat Foods With Potassium<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-shred-workout\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A shred workout is designed to make you lose body fat (and, in some cases, excess water weight), so your muscles are as defined as possible. It&#8217;s different from bulking, in which you focus on building muscle. Shred workouts often involve low weights and high reps with moderate to very high cardio activity like running, biking, or swimming.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Lose_Fat_Or_Build_Muscle_First\"><\/span><b>Should You Lose Fat Or Build Muscle First?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether or not you go for a shred <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/21-days-workout-schedule\/\">workout<\/a> depends on which side of the debate you&#8217;re on.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lose_Fat_First\"><\/span><b>Lose Fat First<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The general consensus is that people should focus on <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-day-workout\/\">losing weight<\/a> first because this can improve certain aspects of their health. This includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Balance\"><\/span><strong>Hormonal Balance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a proper hormonal balance can help improve energy levels. Many people are sluggish due to having too much cortisol, which is released during stressful times, causing them to gain weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierhealth.com\/your-health\/articles\/women-wisdom-wellness-\/beware-high-levels-of-cortisol-the-stress-hormone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People with high cortisol often feel fatigued and crave sugar and fatty foods. They also tend to develop extra abdominal fat around the waist, which can lead to insulin resistance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4214609\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When someone has insulin resistance, they have trouble losing weight because their body won&#8217;t properly respond to insulin. However, by restricting their food intake, they can regulate their cortisol production and burn off excess body fat more easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29347 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Improved Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people are unable to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/2-week-workout-plan-to-lose-10-pounds\/\">lose weight<\/a> due to being very fatigued. This is often because their thyroid levels are abnormally low, which also lowers their metabolic rate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4044302\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). By losing the first few pounds of fat on the body, people can regain some of their energy and begin building more muscle mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/belly-fat-burning-juice-recipes\/\">Belly Fat Burning Juice Recipes: Do They Really Lead To Lasting Results?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Stress_On_Joints\"><\/span><strong>Reduced Stress On Joints<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being overweight makes it harder to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/4-day-workout-routine-to-get-ripped\/\">exercise<\/a>. It can be hard on the joints and cause pain. Once someone loses a few pounds of fat, they will feel better and have less stress on their joints when exercising or performing daily tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Faster_Visible_Results\"><\/span><strong>Faster Visible Results<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is why many experts recommend that people lose weight before building muscle. Building muscle takes time, and it isn&#8217;t easy to bulk up overnight like some people think it is. Most people should start by losing the first 10-15 pounds because this will give them visible results much faster than if they started with building muscle mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38873 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5427-1024x576.png\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5427.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5427-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5427.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5427.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_Muscle_First\"><\/span><b>Build Muscle First<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some experts think that it&#8217;s better to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-week-female-fitness-model-workout\/\">build muscle mass<\/a> first. They say that this helps improve one&#8217;s metabolism and prevents muscle catabolism (when muscles are used for energy instead of fat stores) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2877703\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is especially helpful for people over the age of 40, as they need all the help they can get when building lean muscle mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_Muscle_And_Lose_Fat_At_The_Same_Time\"><\/span><b>Build Muscle And Lose Fat At The Same Time<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amidst all fat loss vs. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-days-workout-routine-for-mass\/\">muscle building<\/a> debate, there is a general consensus throughout the fitness community about how people should be prioritizing their workouts. Most people believe that everyone should focus on both strength training and cardio to begin losing fat quickly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1471-2458-12-704\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As soon as someone loses 10 pounds of fats or so, then they can transition into more resistance training using weights to bulk up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the American Council Exercise, the best shredding exercises involve high-intensity intervals for preserving muscle tissue while you burn calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/education-and-resources\/lifestyle\/blog\/6844\/fall-fat-loss-hiit-workout\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Ideally, you should aim for bursts of exercise that help you reach 80 to 90 percent of your maximum heart rate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29348 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Get_Shredded_Fast\"><\/span><b>How To Get Shredded Fast?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your shredding <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/12-weeks-mass-building-workout\/\">workouts<\/a> should include these two elements:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cardio_Activity\"><\/span><b>Cardio Activity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardio activity, which burns calories and helps with weight loss, is a must when it comes to getting ripped fast. Almost every shredding workout includes some form of cardio training, whether it&#8217;s HIIT drills or going for a long run.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Circuit_Training\"><\/span><b>Circuit Training<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should avoid long cardio sessions because they can lead to muscle tissue catabolism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org\/HealthU\/2018\/08\/01\/how-much-cardio-is-too-much\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Instead, incorporate circuit training into your workout for an efficient strength-building session that works all your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/do-a-6-week-female-bodybuilder-workout\/\">major muscles<\/a> without stressing them too much.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circuit training is a popular way to get shredded because it combines strength and cardio. In this type of workout program, you move quickly from one exercise to the next with minimal rest. Between each station is a set time limit that forces you to work until failure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach is ideal if you&#8217;re looking to build muscle and burn fat at the same time because it builds <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-week-workout-plan-to-gain-muscle\/\">muscular endurance<\/a> as well as cardiovascular stamina.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. BetterMe app is your personal trainer, nutritionist, and support system all in one. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\">Start using our app<\/a> to stay on track and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29358 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/6-4-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/6-4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/6-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/6-4.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/6-4-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/6-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Shredding_Diet\"><\/span><b>The Shredding Diet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to a shredding diet plan, the first thing most people need is a clear idea of what they&#8217;re working with regarding their current nutrition habits. There are some general principles that everyone needs to follow regarding healthy eating for any successful weight loss routine. These include:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Plenty_Of_Lean_Protein\"><\/span><b>Eat Plenty Of Lean Protein<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean protein is your best ally when it comes to shredding. Because muscle growth depends on amino acids, you need to eat lean sources of protein every 3-5 hours (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3529694\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the best protein sources for your shredding meal plan are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poultry including turkey, chicken, and quail<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish and seafood including tuna, halibut, shellfish, cod, flounder, salmon, bass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean beef including the eye of round steak, top sirloin steak<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein powder<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_Low_Carb_Focus_On_Complex_Carbs\"><\/span><b>Go Low Carb (Focus On Complex Carbs)\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A low-carb diet is best for weight loss. Only include a few complex carbs in your meals as these take longer to digest and will keep you fuller for longer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21519237\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best complex carbs for a shredding diet include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oatmeal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole-grain bread<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some whole grains such as quinoa or millet\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables such as red peppers, broccoli, kale, zucchini, eggplant, and spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38966 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5505-1024x576.png\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5505.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5505-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5505.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5505.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moderate_Your_Consumption_Of_Fats\"><\/span><b>Moderate Your Consumption Of Fats<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fats aren&#8217;t usually considered for weight loss because they are calorie-dense. However, some fatty foods are necessary if you want to make your shredding diet plan successful. Some unsaturated fats can actually help with healthy digestion and nutrient absorption, which aids muscle growth after a workout (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/news\/20040727\/fat-helps-vegetables-go-down\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best fat sources for shredding include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts and seeds including flaxseed, walnuts, and chia seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olive oil and other vegetable oils such as corn oil or safflower oil\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocados<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Plenty_Of_Water\"><\/span><b>Take Plenty Of Water\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be very easy to confuse your body&#8217;s signal for feeling hungry with the need for more fluids. Over time, dehydration can impede muscle growth and recovery because it reduces performance levels, so drink plenty of water throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/14-day-workout-challenge\/\">14-Day Workout Challenge To Get Shredded In No Time!<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29149 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1-1.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1-1.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Tips_For_Getting_Shredded_Fast\"><\/span><b>Expert Tips For Getting Shredded Fast<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to following a strict shredding diet and exercise plan, there are a few things you can do to prevent water retention, reduce bloat, lose weight, and make your muscles more visible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Sodium_Intake\"><\/span><b>Reduce Sodium Intake\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high sodium intake from processed foods, restaurant dishes, and canned goods can contribute to water retention, which makes your clothes feel tighter (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6770596\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Keep a food diary for a week to know where the saltiest foods are coming from and cut back on these to prevent water retention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eliminate_Artificial_Sweeteners\"><\/span><b>Eliminate Artificial Sweeteners<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial sweeteners create an insulin response that encourages the body to retain water and store fat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Fibrous_Vegetables_Carefully\"><\/span><b>Eat Fibrous Vegetables Carefully<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fibrous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and turnips are great to eat when you&#8217;re trying to lose weight because they keep you feeling full for longer. However, their high fiber content can cause bloating and abdominal discomfort (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14984370\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You can eat these foods, but leafy greens are a better option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_Fat-Burning_Foods\"><\/span><b>Consume Fat-Burning Foods\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain foods are known for spurring the production of fat-burning hormones that can help you lose water weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grapefruit juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cinnamon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocados<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38339 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5610-1024x576.png\" alt=\"what is shred workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5610.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5610-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5610.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5610.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Foods_With_Potassium\"><\/span><b>Eat Foods With Potassium<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium-rich foods are essential for healthy muscle function and protein synthesis, but they can also help lower blood pressure, which reduces water weight on the scale (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionj.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12937-020-00614-z\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some potassium-rich foods include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet potatoes or yams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatty fish including salmon, tuna, trout, and mackerel<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A shredding workout is designed to make you lose body fat (and, in some cases, excess water weight), so your muscles are as defined and toned as possible. The shredding workout focuses on short workouts that help you maintain lean muscle mass while losing unwanted pounds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/store.betterme.world\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=What_Is_A_Shred_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41517 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/ezgif-1-aab5e49b87.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"432\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/news\/20040727\/fat-helps-vegetables-go-down\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Little Fat Helps the Vegetables Go Down<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2004, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2877703\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anabolic and catabolic pathways regulating skeletal muscle mass<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org\/HealthU\/2018\/08\/01\/how-much-cardio-is-too-much\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you doing too much cardio?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, hackensackmeridianhealth.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierhealth.com\/your-health\/articles\/women-wisdom-wellness-\/beware-high-levels-of-cortisol-the-stress-hormone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beware High Levels of Cortisol, the Stress Hormone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, premierhealth.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21519237\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of carbohydrates on satiety: differences between liquid and solid food<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/education-and-resources\/lifestyle\/blog\/6844\/fall-fat-loss-hiit-workout\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fall Fat Loss: HIIT Workout<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, acefitness.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionj.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12937-020-00614-z\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium intake, skeletal muscle mass, and effect modification by sex: data from the 2008-2011 KNHANES<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, biomedcentral.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3529694\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein timing and its effects in muscular hypertrophy and strength in individuals engaged in weight-training<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6770596\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sodium Intake and Hypertension<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4214609\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress and Eating Behaviors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/14984370\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Systematic review: the role of different types of fibre in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2004, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1471-2458-12-704\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The effect of 12 weeks of aerobic, resistance, or combination exercise training on cardiovascular risk factors in the overweight and obese in a randomized trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2012, biomedcentral.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4044302\/\">Thyroid Hormone Regulation of Metabolism<\/a> (2014, nih.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A shred workout is designed to make you lose body fat (and, in some cases, excess water weight), so your muscles are as defined as possible. It&#8217;s different from bulking, in which you focus on building muscle. Shred workouts often involve low weights and high reps with moderate to very high cardio activity like running, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":41,"featured_media":27352,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[156,159],"coauthors":[122],"class_list":["post-27350","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-workouts","tag-saturday-workouts","tag-wednesday-workouts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What Is A Shred Workout? 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